It’s been delivered in time for the school holidays and the youngsters are loving the new Vert Ramp at Sunshine Beach Skate Park.
The $300,000 project has revamped the skate park with a new prefabricated ramp structure and improved texture for skating consistent with those used in international vert ramp competitions.
Mayor Clare Stewart said the upgrade replaces a 34 year old structure.
“This new surface reduces the maintenance requirements as it doesn’t rust or require painting like the previous steel surface,” she said.
“It’s certainly going to provide hours of entertainment for our young community,” she said.
Judging by the crowds this week, it’s already proving a bit hit.
The new prefabricated ramp structure includes a modern “Redz” ramp surface made from a phenolic resin and paper laminate.
It’s predicted the new structure will have a 20 to 30 year life span.
Noosaville youngster Charlie Cee was all smiles after his first run.
“It’s so much fun,” he said.
Infrastructure Services Director Larry Sengstock said the ramp was much more practical for the Queensland weather.
“This surface doesn’t heat up like the old steel surface plus it will provide more grip when wet, “ he said.
